PHILOMENA "BESSIE" OTTO

Philomena Otto, "Bessie", a lifelong resident of Haverstraw, passed away December 29, 2012, at the age of 90.

She was born October 11, 1922 to Raphael and Philomena Picariello, who predeceased her.

She retired from Louis B. Hornick & Co. after 30 years. She was a member of the Haverstraw Seniors, the Catholic Daughters and the Montevergine Society.

She is survived by her devoted daughter, Mary Ann Bamberger and husband, Robert of New Windsor, NY; loving granddaughter, Kia Watson and two cherished step-grandchildren: Christy and Michael Bamberger of Valley Cottage, NY; also, numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

Bessie was a devoted Catholic and opened her loving heart to all. Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 2, 2013 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the George M. Holt Funeral Home, Inc., 50 New Main Street, Haverstraw, NY. Philomena's Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, January 3, 2013 at 10 a.m. at St. Peter's Church, 115 Broadway, Haverstraw, NY. Interment will follow at St. Peter's Cemetery, Haverstraw, NY.

Arrangements are by the George M. Holt Funeral Home, Inc. 845-429-2159.